Who is Emily Snyder? Meet World no 204 Valentin Vacherot’s girlfriend as he shocks Novak Djokovic

Monaco’s Valentin Vacherot, ranked world No. 204, pulled off a sensational upset against Novak Djokovic in the Shanghai Masters semi-finals on Saturday, triumphing 6-3, 6-4. The 26-year-old qualifier dominated an ailing 38-year-old Djokovic, who battled vomiting, leg injuries, and exhaustion in sweltering 31°C heat with 62% humidity. Vacherot now advances to Sunday’s final, where he will face either his cousin Arthur Rinderknech or Daniil Medvedev.

"I'm trying to pinch myself, is this real," said Vacherot after his career-defining victory. "I know not many of you guys wanted me to win. To have Novak on the other side of the court was first of all an invaluable experience for me. I have a hundred feelings right now."

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Who is Valentin Vacherot's girlfriend?

World No. 204 Valentin Vacherot is the first player from Monaco to advance to an ATP Masters 1000 quarter-final and the lowest-ranked quarter-finalist in tournament history (since 2009). He's also only the third qualifier to reach the quarter-finals in Shanghai, joining Matthew Ebden (2011) and Mischa Zverev (2016).

The 26-year-old has played most of his tennis on the ATP Challenger Circuit so far. His performances have drawn plenty of attention and he has also received massive support from his girlfriend on and off the court, reports SportsKeeda.

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Emily Snyder is the girlfriend of tennis star Valentin Vacherot and is based in Monaco. Born up in North Calorina, she attended Hickory High School and pursued her bachelor's degree from the University of North Carolina in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media. Currently, Emily Snyder is pursuing a Master’s in Sports Business Management at the International University of Monaco. She is often seen supporting Valentin Vacherot at his tournaments.

Snyder has a passion for sports and she’s often found attending live games. Emily Snyder loves traveling around the world and has a special interest in digital media.

Both of them often share their love for each other through heartwarming pictures from their outings in the middle of their tightly packed schedules. Fans love watching this beautiful couple. They were also spotted enjoying their time in the ‘Magic City’ during the Miami Open.

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